Vedrariensis lobelia
Lobelia speciosa 'Vedrariensis'
USDA zones5 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to wet soil
Size3 to 4 feet tall1 to 3 feet wide
- Bloom season
- Summer, autumn
- Bloom color
- Purple
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Vedrariensis' lobelia (Lobelia speciosa 'Vedrariensis') is a perennial for borders, rain gardens, and naturalized areas. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to wet soil of most types. It is not a favorite of deer or rabbits, though hungry ones will eat almost anything. Purple flowers open in early to late summer and again in early to late autumn. They draw butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees.
Pairs well with Purple loosestrife, Knotweed, Karl Foerster feather reed grass, and Ostrich fern.